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Contra Costa Animal Services Seeks Adopters, Fosters to Alleviate Overcrowded Shelter

by CC News
Contra Costa Animal Services

CCAS partnering with Bissell Pet Foundation to provide free adoptions of all animals during the month of July as shelter reaches capacity   

Martinez, CA – In partnership with the Bissell Pet Foundation, all animals at Contra Costa Animal Services (CCAS) will be free to adopt during the month of July in an effort to clear kennel space with the county shelter reaching capacity. CCAS is also seeking qualified foster homes – specifically those that can accommodate large dog breeds – to help alleviate the current shelter population.

“We’ve reached a fever pitch,” said Ben Winkleblack, CCAS director. “With an already crowded shelter and an average daily intake of nearly 20 animals each day, we’re asking for the community’s help in getting as many pets out of the shelter as we possibly can through adoption and foster.”

CCAS currently has over 200 pets seeking permanent or temporary homes, including over 170 dogs. Interested adopters and fosters can view CCAS’s available pets at www.ccasd.org, or come to meet them at the CCAS adoption center in Martinez. A $25 licensing fee may apply for pet adoptions.

CCAS Adoption Center

4800 Imhoff Pl., Martinez, CA 94553
Hours: Tuesday -Saturday 10AM – 5PM
Wednesday 10AM – 7PM

View Animals Available for Adoption: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/2424/Available-Animals

Foster Information: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/6730/Animal-Foster-Programs

Contra Costa Animal Services is the largest animal welfare organization in Contra Costa County. The department operates a shelter and adoption center in Martinez, CA, where we provide high-quality animal care services, shelter homeless, abandoned, and lost animals, place animals in safe, caring homes, and provide education and services to enhance the lives of people and their animal companions. Additionally, the department’s Field Services Division plays a crucial role in protecting the health and safety of all people and animals in our community through enforcement of state and laws, protecting the public from animal injury and working to prevent animal cruelty, abuse, and neglect. 

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Pauline Darwin July 18, 2024 - 8:50 pm

Sorry. I have 3 rescues. I’m maxed out for alameda county. Good luck.

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